ready for change? together we can make it happen!

FACT : Changing your dog will take work by you !

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Only If you are committed to helping your dog should you read on......

Behavioural modification is about altering the fundamental state of mind of your dog in situations where your dog currently struggles. dog behaviourist wirral

Dog Training is about having your dog carry out a specific action in response to a given command.

Does each affect the other and are both critical elements in helping the issues you may have with your dog? Absolutely!

I believe that all behavioural modification and dog training begins with the relationship you have with your dog.

So, does your dog respect and trust you?

Should they not, you will be wasting your time, money and effort for limited or even temporary results. Moreover you could end up in a worse position than when you began.

Current Prices can be found at the bottom of this page

dogs - what are they?

Dogs are not 'furbabies', they are not small, hairy humans, they are predators and social opportunists.

I love dogs, my passion is dogs and because of that love and passion I respect them for what they are - A DOG.

So, you are committed to your dog, committed enough to want to fulfill your dogs needs as well as your own?

For that you already have my respect. Furthermore, I congratulate you on your integrity for asking for help to improve the relationship between you and your dog(s).

My aim is to help empower you, the pet dog owner, to change the fundamental state of mind of your dog. By doing so you will move towards achieving behavioural modification. We will accomplish this goal by building a respectful, trusting relationship between you and your dog. You will learn how to clearly communicate with your dog in a way your dog understands.

Change yourself to change your dog

A balanced dog, like a balanced human, is happy. The key is helping you and your dog to achieve that balance.

I only want to work with committed owners. There are no 'magic wands' to be waved or 'fairy dust' to be sprinkled to 'fix' your dog.

Sometimes behaviours can be changed very quickly, sometimes not so. Ultimately the key is you, the owner, taking on board the teaching and applying the knowledge. Secondly, every dog is different. There is no 'one size fits all' method that will work for every dog.

Unquestionably, it takes consistence, persistence and patience to achieve. Remember you will likely be learning as much as your dog is!

FACT: For things to change for the better for your dog, You MUST change the relationship you have with your dog, Permanently!- no if's, but's or maybe's.

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Structure - Rules, Boundaries, praise and consequence

All dogs require structure in their life. Your dog needs to understand what his / her position is in relation to you and your family.

That means you giving praise and affection (at the correct time and to the right state of mind) for wanted behaviour. It also involves you giving meaningful consequences / punishment, for inappropriate / unwanted behaviour.

Punishment has to be fair, immediately identifiable as to the reason and intolerable (Uncomfortable, not painful) to your dog. If you do not understand and follow this rule then you are likely being abusive to your dog and also confusing it.

Fair punishment is NOT abuse. You must understand if you are not saying 'No' to your dog's behaviour by default you are saying 'Yes'. You are in effect, allowing all that unwanted behaviour

Why not use Positive only, modern science based methods?

Not a single living species on this planet functions in positive only manner. Humans certainly do not and neither do dogs.

Imagine never saying 'no' to your children?

Every animal learns by consequences, both positive and negative. Removing a negative consequence for a dangerous or unwanted action effectively rewards that action and encourages more of the dangerous / unwanted behaviour.

The 'science based methods' referred to by some trainers are almost always 'proven' in sterile, controlled environments. Experiments are carried out by scientists who have no real world experience of dogs or their nature. Often these experiments are funded by companies or large charities who have a vested financial interest in a specific outcome. If you are interested follow this link to just one debunked major scientific study -https://gamekeepersblog.com/2020/12/07/defras-research-on-dog-e-collars-is-very-seriously-flawed-and-should-not-be-relied-on/

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One of the cruelest things you can do to your dog? Prolong an anxious, stressed, unstable state of mind for any longer than is absolutely necessary!

 

If YOU aren't prepared to change to improve your relationship with your dog, please don't waste my time or your money.

Important : Behavioural change can be caused by underlying health factors. Because of this I strongly recommend you have your dog checked over by your vet to eliminate any potential physical / neurological causes for the behaviour. Especially if the behaviour change has been unexpected and rapid.

What's next?

If you a ready and committed to changing for your dog, current prices are shown below:

 

Prices

You will be initially be booking 2 sessions.

First consultation/lesson - Duration 60 - 120mins Cost £100-£160 (£100 first 60 mins then £1 per minute thereafter e.g. If the session took 1hr 30mins then the charge would be £130, 1hr 10mins would be £110, etc.)

The first consultation is ALWAYS at the clients house.

Second & subsequent lessons - Duration 60 mins Cost £60 (+ £1 for every minute thereafter)

 

Topics covered - Understanding what your dog is and what they are not. How your dog communicates. What your dog needs from you. How to build respect and trust with your dog. The concept of reward and fair punishment. Working with, and not against nature. The vital importance of your dogs state of mind. Seeing the world from your dog's point of view.

Basic Dog Training subjects - Engagement. Leashwork. |Structured walk. Threshold work. 'Place', 'Down', 'Out', 'Sit' commands. Recall.

I only cover the Wirral geographic area, I may be able to recommend other trainers if you are out of my area.

To Book -  Call John 07778881157

Terms and Conditions - PLEASE READ

When you initially book YOU ARE BOOKING THE FIRST TWO SESSIONS. This requires an £80 deposit which breaks down as £50 for the first session and £30 for the second session. Deposits are non-refundable in any event including postponement except where cancellation/postponement is by Top Dog House. The deposit is payable within 72 hours after receipt of the confirmation email and can be made by direct bank transfer Account name – John Harrison Estates Ltd (Business account), sort code 40-10-26, Account No. 71477277 (please mention your first name and the dog’s name in the reference), cheque payable to John Harrison Estates Ltd – amount £80.90 ( extra £0.90 to account for bank processing charges) or by specified cryptocurrency transfer (Please email john@topdoghouse.co.uk  for details). When the evaluation form has been returned and the deposit has been received by John Harrison Estates Ltd this will constitute an appointment booking.

In respect of further/ subsequent lessons a non -refundable deposit of £30 is payable at the point of booking, normally at the conclusion of previous lesson.

Cancellation charges

In accordance with the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013, any cancellation or postponement of a pre-booked consultation or lesson by the customer with less than 72 hours notice prior to the scheduled appointment time, or failure of the customer to attend a scheduled appointment without provable notice (known as a "no show"), will incur a cancellation fee equal to the full quoted price for the first hour of the pre-booked consultation or lesson. This applies to first consultations/lessons, second lessons, and any subsequent lessons that have been pre-booked. By making an appointment booking, the customer agrees to these cancellation terms.

 

 

Duncan Clague
Duncan Clague
2022-11-04
John has been superb working with us and our rather large puppy/dog. Calm and assertive, John has an unpatronizing approach using simple to understand analogies and examples. John has really helped us understand communication with our dog, the difference is amazing. Cannot recommend his services highly enough.
Linda Cockerton
Linda Cockerton
2022-10-21
I have a 12 week old puppy which was bitting aggressively (not the normal mouthing). She would bite if I tried to stroke her. In her defence she was rejected by her mother at 5 weeks. I rang John in desperation. He said I did the right thing contacting him when she was so young. I did think of puppy classes but thought I would be able to explain her problems one to one rather than in a big class. John explained that she did not know her place in the hierarchy and was getting frustrated leading to her aggression. He explained what was happening from her point of view and gave me invaluable advice. From been aggressive and dominant she is a happy normal pup. I have had John back for advice on lead training. He is amazing and I would thoroughly recommend him.
Brian Scoffield
Brian Scoffield
2022-09-08
John came round to help me get started with Wallace, my then nine week old cocker spaniel puppy. My first dog so I knew I needed some guidance. Investing that couple of hours with John at an early stage has been invaluable. It has saved me so much stress, mess and anguish. I cannot recommend him highly enough. Wallace says thanks, John.
Michelle Ashton
Michelle Ashton
2022-08-24
If I could give 5 plus stars I would! We have an 18 month old cocker spaniel Luna. She was becoming a bit of a handful (and embarrassment) jumping up constantly at us, visitors, young family members. Taking her out for a walk was an ordeal before we even got through the front door. She would jump, bite lead, bark, and once through the door nearly took your arm out of your sockets, zig zagged uncontrollably and barked at nothing in particular just made a noise. This went on for a good 5 minutes before she would settle - she would still pull and bite at lead but stopped barking. We used to dread taking her out. So professional help required!! I had researched on internet and lots of trainers were on line only. I then read about John and made contact........ John came to our house met with Luna and chatted with us. He was amazing - explaining how dogs need to live in the pack and how we need to raise our profile and become pack leaders. John is a great explainer (with growls and grunts thrown in) and listener, answering our questions (and some were really daft) and listening to experiences we have had trying to train her offering explanations as to why things we were doing weren't working and what we need to do. After seeing Luna in action - John took over the lead and on approach to front door (Luna messing about) used lead with punch and tension - gave a grunt and Luna stopped in her tracks and sat looking up at him - totally focused. He was the pack leader!! So after showing us how to use the lead correctly and gain her attention we practiced and practiced and practiced and after just 1 visit using the method John showed us we have not experienced the unwanted behavior going out for a walk again. (She is a changed dog but we have changed how we relate to her what we want her do) We are now progressing to a lovely sit and wait while we lock the door and heel command as we start walking. (Still in training but better each day) John has visited 3 times in total. Each time training myself and my husband how to teach Luna new commands (the correct way) we were really confusing her prior to John coming and now realise that we can be and now are her pack leaders. Luna was 17 months old when John started to visit (total 3 times) and is now settled, responsive to key words and commands, recall and the 3 of us are now a good pack. Still lots to do and Johns You Tube vids are great for tips and new things to try. If you need help with the relationship with your dog then you must try John (FOR THE DOGS SAKE!) We now keep things simple and have a smashing little responsive and well behaved (mostly) family pack. Thanks John will keep in touch you are the Dog Father:)
Roland Clark
Roland Clark
2022-08-22
Our labrador started attacking other dogs after he was bitten and John helped us get him back on track so now he is well behaved and loves playing with other dogs again.
Venkata Ravindra M V
Venkata Ravindra M V
2022-08-19
John's training inputs are excellent and worked amazing with our dog, Axel. We got John's reference from our next door neighbours and after having a few sessions with him and noticing good changes in Axel, we strongly recommend John to any dog owner who has issues with their pet dog. John visited our house and observed Axel's behaviour and listened to our worries patiently and taught us how to correct the unwanted behaviour of Axel by demonstrating to us live and later on we repeated in front of John. This is the best and the most efficient way to get trained to train dogs. John truly knows his stuff!!! Please do not believe in those who say that they can do the consultation/ behaviour corrections etc. in a zoom call, it is absolute waste of time and money. We are happy that we used John's services and we will continue to use his services in future whenever we need. Thank you John and Axel will be missing his pack leader, John :-):-) Venkat
Jane Harrison
Jane Harrison
2022-08-17
John recognised the fact that Luna was grieving for the loss of my husband. He knew exactly how to deal with her behaviour about being over protective of me when out walking. I was made to feel that the progress we made was down to me but I could not have done so well without John’s knowledge of my dogs mind set. I now have the knowledge given to me ,by John ,on how I should interact with Luna to make her become a secure and stable dog…and me, a very happy owner. I would 100% recommend John Harrison as a dog behaviourist.
Victoria Kingston
Victoria Kingston
2022-07-22
John is so incredible at what he does! Within minutes of him arriving I was wishing I had got him out in my first week of being a dog owner. He breaks down what YOU need to do to get the appropriate behaviours. Within one session, my dog was no longer jumping all over guests & 5 minutes into our outdoor session I’m no longer being dragged around! He totally breaks down the ‘what’ & ‘why’. Alfie is still a work in progress (mainly due to pesky squirrels), but with John’s help I feel much more confident & have a much calmer & obedient dog! Can’t recommend him enough!
Caroline Williams
Caroline Williams
2022-07-21
Having a puppy and wanting to do the right things i got in touch with John. What an amazing trainer ! My pup learnt fast, major immediate improvements , John was able to show me how to overcome each problem I had with her , from chasing my cats to refusing to go in the car ( far more things obviously ). He is there for any queries & has You Tube for helpful tips. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Naomi Keenan
Naomi Keenan
2022-07-05
We can’t thank John enough for all of the help he’s given us with our Weimaraner, TJ. TJ is nearly 3 and it was very easy to be his owners until he was attacked a couple of times by dogs off leads just after he was 1. TJ’s behaviour completely changed after these experiences. He became aggressive towards other dogs (and their owners!). It was even a struggle having visitors to the house as he lost trust in everyone and everything outside of the family. He became such an anxious dog. Naturally, it caused a serious amount of stress for the whole family. Enter John…. Since John has begun working with TJ, there have been enormous improvements in behaviour, both ours and TJs!!! As a family, we’re very much on the same page now. We worked with two dog trainers before John and there is no comparison. His help is priceless. Others wouldn’t agree to work with TJ after his attacks as he was too aggressive. Before John began working with TJ, we were so overwhelmed with worry for our gorgeous dog and now we feel super confident that we’re well en route to taking him on walks where he’s socialising happily with every dog and human he meets… Thanks John!
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Summary
Dog Training
Service Type
Dog Training
Area
Wirral
Description
18 years experience based on honesty and integrity. Changing you to change your dog.